$6,262,500
SOLD APR 26, 2023
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,838 Sq Ft
1 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,632 Per Sq Ft

19 Days on Market

About This Home

As of April 2023

This lovely Montecito property, situated on a majestic hilltop, showcases incredible views of the ocean, coastline, and mountains. Tucked quietly off a private road within Arcady Estates, this romantic Cape Cod style estate awaits. Rich in character and stylishly designed with charming interior and exterior details, the 4 bed, 3.5 bath residence features wide wood floors, soaring ceilings, multi-panel windows and a myriad of French doors to the expansive grounds, nurturing an effortless indoor/outdoor lifestyle. The stunning grounds amplify the estate to its full potential, inclusive of a large tranquil pool and in-pool spa, Lotusland inspired meditation gardens, multiple patios and meandering pathways framed by mature and rare plant specimen, including grand succulents. The property conveniently hosts dual driveways optimizing the sense of privacy and offering ample parking for guests. Located convenient to Montecito's Villages, renowned hiking trails, beaches and in the highly sought-after Cold Spring School District.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Cristal Clarke

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00968247 Listed on: 03/31/2023

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Last Buyer's Agent

Cristal Clarke

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties License #00968247 Listed on: 03/31/2023

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $68,252

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot

Home Design

  • 3,838 Sq Ft Home

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Schools

  • Cold Spring Elementary School
  • S.B. Jr. Middle School
  • S.B. Sr. High School

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 013-192-011

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$68,252

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Home/Estate
  • Property Information Year Built2: 1949
  • Property Information Total #Units: 1
  • Property Information Apx # Acres: 1.0
  • NeighborhoodSchools Elementary School: Cold Spring
  • NeighborhoodSchools Junior High School: S.B. Jr.
  • NeighborhoodSchools High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Property Information ADU: No
  • Property Information Within City Limits: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 1.0

Schools

  • Elementary School: Cold Spring
  • High School: S.B. Sr.
  • Middle Or Junior School: S.B. Jr.

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 013-192-011
  • Zoning: Other
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 43560.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 31, 2023
Closed on
Apr 20, 2023
Sold by
Gretchen Lieff Revocable Trust
Bought by
Opunohu Llc
Seller's Agent
Cristal Clarke
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Cristal Clarke
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$6,275,000
Sold Price
$6,262,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,500
-0.2%
Views
140

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.77%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 26, 2021
Sold by
Lieff Gretchen and Gretchen Lieff Revocable Trust
Bought by
Lieff Gretchen and Gretchen Lieff Revocable Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,623,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 9, 2017
Sold by
Lieff Gretchen
Bought by
Lieff Gretchen

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 17, 2016
Closed on
Feb 13, 2017
Sold by
Feinleib Harold F and Feinleib Judy W
Bought by
Lieff Gretchen
Seller's Agent
Dan Encell
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Encell
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List Price
$3,495,000
Sold Price
$2,875,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$620,000
-17.74%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.58%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 17, 2016
Closed on
Feb 6, 2017
Sold by
Lieff Robert
Bought by
Lieff Gretchen
Seller's Agent
Dan Encell
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
Buyer's Agent
Daniel Encell
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
List Price
$3,495,000
Sold Price
$2,875,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$620,000
-17.74%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 2008
Sold by
Freistuhler Barbara
Bought by
Feinleib Harold F and Feinleib Judith W

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 12, 1998
Sold by
Macfadyen Donald A and Macfadyen Sally R
Bought by
Freistuhler Barbara

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$857,500
Interest Rate
3.95%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $6,262,500 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Ticor Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $2,875,000 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed -- Lawyers Title Company
Grant Deed -- First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,623,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $2,000,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $775,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $857,500 No Value Available
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/08/2025 07/08/25 Price Changed $8,750,000 -4.9% $2,280 / Sq Ft
04/15/2025 04/15/25 For Sale $9,200,000 +46.9% $2,397 / Sq Ft
04/26/2023 04/26/23 Sold $6,262,500 -0.2% $1,632 / Sq Ft
04/19/2023 04/19/23 Pending -- -- --
03/31/2023 03/31/23 For Sale $6,275,000 +118.3% $1,635 / Sq Ft
03/01/2017 03/01/17 Sold $2,875,000 -17.7% $749 / Sq Ft
01/30/2017 01/30/17 Pending -- -- --
10/09/2015 10/09/15 For Sale $3,495,000 -- $911 / Sq Ft
Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2023 $68,252 $3,694,557 $1,856,639 $1,837,918
2022 $34,544 $3,144,231 $1,640,469 $1,503,762
2021 $33,840 $3,082,580 $1,608,303 $1,474,277
2020 $33,260 $3,050,973 $1,591,812 $1,459,161
2019 $32,655 $2,991,150 $1,560,600 $1,430,550
2018 $32,073 $2,932,500 $1,530,000 $1,402,500
2017 $31,528 $2,875,000 $1,500,000 $1,375,000
2016 $27,327 $2,505,000 $1,391,000 $1,114,000
2014 $25,588 $2,339,000 $1,299,000 $1,040,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

MLS Number: 23-829

Santa Barbara Multiple Listing Service

APN: 013-192-011